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Abelia x grandiflora 'Radiance'
Radiance Glossy Abelia: Patent PP21,929
- » Attracts Butterflies
- » A sport of Abelia 'Kaleidoscope'
- » Bright variegated foliage
- » Red stems
- » Fragrant, tubular white blooms all summer
- » Drought tolerant
- Category:Shrub
- Hardiness Zone:6-8
- Height:3-5 ft
- Spread:3-5 ft
- Bloom Color: White Shades
- Foliage Color: Multi-Color
Radiance stands above all other Abelias. During the growing season, silvery-green and creamy white variegated foliage is held on bright red stems. Beginning in late summer, plants are covered with fragrant, trumpet shaped blooms. Late summer flowers are a favorite of butterflies. Theser white blooms last until frost on semi-evergreen foliage. Drought tolerant once established.
Attributes
| • | Fragrant |
Maintenance and Care
| • | Drought Tolerant |
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Butterflies |
Flower Color
| • | White |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Late Summer |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Abelia x grandiflora 'Radiance'
Plant in well-drained soil in full sun; prune in early spring if shaping is desired. Feed in spring with organic fertilizer.